Rainbow Orach Seeds

Rainbow Orach Seeds - Atriplex hortensis - Mountain Spinach, Garden Orache

Atriplex hortensis
Mountain Spinach, Garden Orache

Will self seed to Zone 3
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Germination Tested Not tested

$5.50 CAD

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Rainbow orach is a fast-growing and delicious leafy green in the spinach family. I use it in the same way as spinach both raw and cooked. It loves the heat so if an excellent leafy green in the summer months. Orach self seeds abundantly if you let them, which makes them act like a perennial. They can grow to 8+ feet tall when in seed. The seed stalks can also be used as a beautiful textural element in bouquets.

This is a great veggie for cold climates, as they produce baby leaves in only 40 days early in the season. I’ve been told they will self seed up to at least zone 3, making them act like a perennial.

This is a diverse mix of as many orach varieties as I could find. There are deep purple, red, green, and blush leaf colours. There is quite a bit of variation in when the seeds sprout- some sprout during cool weather, and some wait for it to warm up. So whatever the weather when you plant these seeds, you should still get some plants. This makes this a very easy plant to grow successfully!

Growing Instructions

Direct sow or sow in pots outdoors 2-3 weeks before your last frost, about 1/4 to 1/2 inches deep. Seeds benefit from some cold stratification, and often won't sprout if started indoors in warm conditions. Thin to about 6 inches apart. Seeds will keep popping up erratically as the weather warms. This is a diverse mix that should result in orach plants no matter when it's sown!

Shipping & Returns

We ship seeds via Canada Post within Canada for $6 to $8 depending on weight, and Internationally for a flat rate of $20*. Shipping costs to the US will include the cost of a phytosanitary inspection and certificate, as well as tariffs.

Live plants, bulbs, and bulbils can only be shipped within Canada.

Shipping fees listed here are in Canadian dollars, and may change without notice.

Shipping in Canada

We ship seeds in Canada via regular letter mail, which is an untracked service, and usually takes 1-3 weeks to arrive once we fulfill your order, but occasionally orders take longer, especially to the Eastern provinces and rural areas.

Customers can now opt for tracked, express shipping options at checkout if you require faster delivery.

Larger bulbs and plants are sent via tracked flat rate box.

Shipping to the US

Shipping charges to the US will also now include a government phytosanitary inspection and certificate. This will be bundled into the shipping cost. We ship via Canada Post, and any applicable duties will be calculated at checkout. So far (as of Sept 1, 2025), it's looking like there are no duties charged on seeds.

Please expect delays for US shipping, as during busy times it can take up to 2 weeks for us to book a phytosanitary inspection.

Shipping Internationally

International customers can select tracked or untracked shipping at checkout. The package will list the contents as "Garden Seeds". It is your responsibility to ensure you have the required import permit. We are not able to send any live plant materials internationally. Cicada Seeds will not be responsible for any orders held or confiscated by customs, or for any additional duties or tariffs placed on your order.

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Please reach out if your country is not on this list, email us and we will try to arrange an alternate shipping option.